The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as Richmond Heights Spartans travel to take on the John Adams Rebels on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 4:00 PM in Cleveland, Ohio. John Adams looks to defend home turf after splitting their first two games, while Richmond Heights is still chasing its first win of the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Richmond Heights (OH) @ John Adams (Cleveland, OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 4:00 PM
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Location: John Adams High School, Cleveland, OH
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Richmond Heights Spartans
The Spartans enter Week 3 with an 0-2 record, having scored just 22 points while allowing 60. Ranked #656 in Ohio and #93 in Division, Richmond Heights has struggled to find consistency but will aim to turn the tide against the Rebels. Averaging 11 points per game, they’ll need their offense to open up and their defense to contain John Adams’ high-powered attack.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #12,462
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State Rank (OH): #656
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Division Rank: #93
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, create defensive stops early, and establish a stronger ground game.
Main Squad (Richmond Heights)
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Marcus Allen – QB
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Tyler Johnson – RB
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Jordan Davis – WR
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Caleb Martin – LB
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Ethan Carter – OL/DL
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Bryce Nelson – DB
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Jalen Thompson – WR/DB
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Isaiah Foster – RB/LB
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Cameron Lee – DL
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Noah Parker – WR/CB
John Adams Rebels
The Rebels are 1-1 after two games, showing promise with a dominant offense that has scored 76 points while surrendering just 28. Ranked #647 in Ohio and #100 in Division, John Adams averages 38 points per game, making them a dangerous home opponent. With a strong defensive showing in their win, the Rebels will look to carry momentum into this matchup.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #12,276
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State Rank (OH): #647
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Division Rank: #100
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Key to Win: Keep the offense rolling, spread the ball effectively, and pressure Richmond Heights’ QB.
Main Squad (John Adams)
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Evan Arlin – QB
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Chris Matthews – RB
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Malik Johnson – WR
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Brandon Wright – LB
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Anthony Lewis – OL/DL
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Jace Miller – DB
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Kevin Brooks – WR/DB
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Darius Young – RB/LB
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Trevon Carter – DL
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Xavier Brown – WR/CB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Overall Record |
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| Richmond Heights Spartans | #12,462 | #656 (OH) | #93 | 0-2 |
| John Adams Rebels | #12,276 | #647 (OH) | #100 | 1-1 |
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